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Thereof, what is an input force?

Input force is the initial force used to get a machine to begin working. Machines are designed to increase the input force for a larger output force. The quality of a machine is measured by mechanical advantage. The lever increases that force so that the force under the log is greater than the input force.

Also, what does output force mean? Output force is the force exerted on an object by a simple machine.

Also question is, what is input and output work?

Input work is the work done on a machine as the input force acts through the input distance. Other ways it would be the work done on a body or system, that is, forces that are applied to the body or system. This is in contrast to output work which is a force that is applied by the body or system to something else.

What is an example of output force?

• Pulling down on one end of the board, the input force lifts a load input force, lifts a load on the other end of the board. • The upward force the board exerts on the load is the output force. Examples of levers include: pliers, a wheelbarrow, and the human biceps and forearm.